That's Green

WJ King helps dig a well in India

2012-01-24T23:20:00.000-08:00

Top regional brewer, Sussex-based WJ King, has joined forces with local charity Drop4Drop to help provide clean drinking water in a village in India. WJ King has committed to building a well in a village called the 'Mulla Community'. It has a population of 1,032 people and is based in East Goddavari, Andhra Pradesh, India. WJ King will provide one litre of clean drinking water to this village

A consumer guide to what The Green Deal is and how it may affect you

2012-01-24T23:13:00.000-08:00

New research from Pilkington energiKare™ has found that three quarters of us don’t know what the Green Deal is, with nearly one in five (17 per cent) admitting we have heard of the term but don’t know how it will affect us. To help explain the Green Deal and how it can be of benefit, Tony Smith, Business Development Manager at Pilkington Building Products, shares his expert advice. What exactly

Legal bid to put halt to construction of nuclear power plants

2012-01-23T23:40:00.000-08:00

Lawyers send complaint to European Commission about subsidies for nuclear power A formal complaint about subsidies for nuclear power has been sent to the European Commission. If it is upheld, it unlikely that any new nuclear power stations will be built in the UK or elsewhere in the EU. The complaint may be followed by legal action in the courts or actions by politicians to reduce or remove

That's Parenting: The Urban Meadow Supports Fairtrade Fortnight

2012-01-22T23:22:00.000-08:00

That's Parenting: The Urban Meadow Supports Fairtrade Fortnight: ''There is no beauty in the finest cloth if it makes hunger and unhappiness...'' - Ghandi Ethical kids clothing website The Urban Meadow ...

That's Home and Household: New Chinese lanterns developed to extinguish fire ...

2012-01-19T23:31:00.000-08:00

That's Home and Household: New Chinese lanterns developed to extinguish fire ...: In response to safety fears over the fire risks posed by Chinese lanterns, Sky Orbs the firm behind the first wire-free, 100% biodegrad...

That's Education: The easy, green and friendly way to school fundrai...

2012-01-18T22:30:00.000-08:00

That's Education: The easy, green and friendly way to school fundrai...: Schools are always on the lookout for new and innovative ways to raise funds. The traditional school fairs and cakes sales can no longer b...

Opus Energy signs wind power agreement with Danish energy company Nordjysk Elhandel

2012-01-18T22:23:00.000-08:00

Opus Energy, the Northampton and Oxford-based energy supplier, has entered cooperation with Danish energy company, Nordjysk Elhandel (NEAS), specialising in renewables for the balancing and trading of wind power production from wind turbine generators in the UK. "Wind power generation is expanding rapidly in the UK and we at Opus Energy want to secure

That's Travel: Premier Inn announces £5.9 million investment in C...

2012-01-17T23:29:00.000-08:00

That's Travel: Premier Inn announces £5.9 million investment in C...: Premier Inn has announced it is set to open a new hotel and restaurant development in Camb...

That's Travel: Airport Shuttles Going Green

2012-01-16T22:46:00.000-08:00

That's Travel: Airport Shuttles Going Green: While shared-ride transportation is inherently eco-friendly, many members of The GO Group, the world's largest airport shuttle provider, are...

npower employees and Leicester students to take trip to Arctic Circle

2012-01-15T23:27:00.000-08:00

Four Leicester University students and four npower employees will be taking a trip of a lifetime to the Arctic Circle after winning npower's Future Leaders competition. The intrepid group will visit the land of the Midnight Sun to dog sled over 200 km from a base camp into the wilds of Europe's most northern country. The team of undergraduates from The University of Leicester found out

That's Food and Drink: Fry's Vegetarian to be distributed by 3663

2012-01-15T12:17:00.000-08:00

That's Food and Drink: Fry's Vegetarian to be distributed by 3663: "We Are Delighted To Announce That From January World Leading Meat Replacement Experts Fry's Vegetarian Will Be Available From Leading Food ...

That's Business: Commercial Printers Thinking Green

2012-01-12T23:11:00.000-08:00

That's Business: Commercial Printers Thinking Green: Graphics and Print, an award winning commercial printers, based in Telford, Shropshire, are very conscious of environmental issues associat...

New Luxury Eco-Lodge Tree Houses Attract Visitors to Sussex

2012-01-11T23:27:00.000-08:00

Nestled in an ancient treeline and amongst mature trees, each of the two lodges provide couples with complete privacy and uninterrupted valley views across the stunning Sussex countryside. A winding path from a dedicated parking area leads to a sheltered balcony which has both ramped and stepped access. Built almost entirely of sustainable timber and fully insulated, these spacious lodges

That's Beauty and Living: All Things Tribal

2012-01-11T23:14:00.000-08:00

That's Beauty and Living: All Things Tribal: The Aspiga 2012 Collection focuses on their new Masai Collection, being launched End of February. The Masai Collection inspired (and all han...

That's Beauty and Living: Prepare To Bare Suncare

2012-01-11T22:37:00.000-08:00

That's Beauty and Living: Prepare To Bare Suncare: With thoughts turning to Summer and holidays in the sun, prepare to bare with a little help from organic skincare experts, Green People, and...

Environmental Award Nomination for 'Flawless' Oil Recovery Operation by Crown Oil

2012-01-09T22:22:00.000-08:00

Crown Oil has been nominated for an environmental award following a successful operation to remove and recycle 6.4 million litres of gas oil at Derwent Power Station. The nomination in the Environmental Contribution to Industry category at HazardEx magazine recognises that Crown Oil’s environmental services division completed the complex

Planitherm Glass Is Clear Solution To Solar Panel Subsidy Cuts

2012-01-08T22:35:00.000-08:00

An innovative new glass that can help shave 28% off energy bills is giving fresh hope to those households affected by the government's decision to reduce the subsidy available for solar power. Financial incentives for householders to produce their own electricity are due to be cut by the government from 43p for each kilowatt-hour to 21p - this is for anyone who had solar panels installed after

That's Travel: New Sustainable And Luxurious Holiday Destination ...

2012-01-07T13:09:00.000-08:00

That's Travel: New Sustainable And Luxurious Holiday Destination ...: The launch date for Bivouac Swinton, a new accommodation venue with café facilities in the Yorkshire Dales, has been announced today, with c...

That's Travel: N/a'an ku sê Lodge

2012-01-04T23:22:00.000-08:00

That's Travel: N/a'an ku sê Lodge: Marlice van Vuuren, one of Namibia's most well-known conservationists, and her husband Dr. Rudie van Vuuren started N/a'an ku sê Foundation ...

That's Christmas: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

2011-12-24T02:45:00.000-08:00

That's Christmas: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the team behind the That's Team of online magazines! We hope that you are able to get and to giv...

Radflek Radiator Reflectors – your way to a warmer winter

2011-12-21T16:53:00.000-08:00

With forecasts of a harsh winter and increasing utility bills, we’re all looking for ways to save energy and keep our homes warm. Radflek’s revolutionary radiator reflectors are a cost effective and easy way to do this. Many radiators waste about 40 per cent of their heat through the wall behind, but this can be easily redirected back into the room with Radflek. Radflek is quick and easy to fit

That's Christmas: Wrong pong? Wrong size? Wrong colour? Recycle unwa...

2011-12-21T16:02:00.000-08:00

That's Christmas: Wrong pong? Wrong size? Wrong colour? Recycle unwa...: Did Father Christmas bring you everything you wanted this year? Many of us are left with the usual unwanted soap sets, spare or unsuitable h...

That's Christmas: Odd Bins says recycle your bottles. With a differe...

2011-12-21T14:36:00.000-08:00

That's Christmas: Odd Bins says recycle your bottles. With a differe...: Recycling their empty bottles has proved very productive for these lucky people, echoing the New Year saying ‘out with the old and in with t...

That's Christmas: Don't condemn £1.1bn of unwanted Christmas gifts t...

2011-12-19T22:08:00.000-08:00

That's Christmas: Don't condemn £1.1bn of unwanted Christmas gifts t...: Recent research commissioned by the British Video Association shows £1.1 billion worth of unwanted gadget gifts could be destined for the sc...

That's Parenting: gNappies Presents a Hybrid Option for Parents

2011-12-17T06:50:00.000-08:00

That's Parenting: gNappies Presents a Hybrid Option for Parents: Being eco-aware is something most people aspire to, and this is even more pertinent for p...

EU Launches new Eco-Innovation Action Plan - helping businesses to deliver green growth and environmental benefits

2011-12-17T06:24:00.000-08:00

Eco-innovation is crucial to delivering the Europe 2020 strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. The new [Eco-InnovationActionPlan(EcoAP)ǀhttp://ec.europa.eu/environment/etap/index_en.html] will boost innovation that reduces pressure on the environment, and bridge the gap between innovation and the market. Eco-friendly technologies are good for business and help create new jobs

That's Food and Drink: The National Trust's MyFarm experiment extends to ...

2011-12-13T23:24:00.000-08:00

That's Food and Drink: The National Trust's MyFarm experiment extends to ...: The National Trust has announced that a 250 acre conventional farm is set to become part o...

That's Travel: Final plans in place for Swanage and Purbeck's 3rd...

2011-12-13T23:02:00.000-08:00

That's Travel: Final plans in place for Swanage and Purbeck's 3rd...: Organisers are thrilled to announce the launch of the Third Swanage and Purbeck Walking Festival, which will run from April 28th until May ...

That's Food and Drink: Good with Christmas and the New Year, Sauvignon Bl...

2011-12-13T22:46:00.000-08:00

That's Food and Drink: Good with Christmas and the New Year, Sauvignon Bl...: This delicious white wine, Sauvignon Blanc, is a wine of the Western Cape of South Africa. It is a modern wine which although proud of its...

That's Books: Rockford's Rock Opera

2011-12-10T03:10:00.000-08:00

That's Books: Rockford's Rock Opera: Rockford's Rock Opera, the best selling App story series for children, is now available on DVD. You may not have heard of Rockford's Rock ...

That's Food and Drink: Need a dairy free Christmas? Then indulge yoursel...

2011-12-08T23:07:00.000-08:00

That's Food and Drink: Need a dairy free Christmas? Then indulge yoursel...: As the festive season fast approaches, households across the UK will be stocking up on seasonal treats to indulge in over the Christmas ho...

Turbine blazes after 160mph wind damage

2011-12-08T17:07:00.000-08:00

The turbines were 'feathered' due to the stormy conditions.

That's Travel: The Radisson Blu Waterfront wins prestigious Green...

2011-12-06T23:05:00.000-08:00

That's Travel: The Radisson Blu Waterfront wins prestigious Green...: The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel's introduction of a range of measures to help safeguard ...

Version One’s sixth year of tree planting will bring the total number of trees planted across the UK to almost 4,000

2011-12-06T23:02:00.000-08:00

Wilmslow, Cheshire-based document management and imaging software author, Version One, continues to lead the way with its green initiative, by pledging to plant over 400 trees in 2012. The trees are being planted in partnership with Tree Appeal, a charity which plants trees to promote biodiversity, create new habitats and improve the environment. Version One has pledged to plant over 400

Food waste down

2011-12-05T23:37:00.000-08:00

Tighter household budgets and soaring house prices mean people in Britain are throwing away 13% less food than three years ago. (EDITOR: And a desire to be 'greener'?) The figures come from the government’s Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP) which says that we threw away 8.3m tonnes of food in 2007 but only 7.2m tonnes last year. However, that is still enough waste food to fill

Gas Oil Removed From Power Station With Full Environmental Safeguards

2011-12-04T04:04:00.000-08:00

National fuel distributor, Crown Oil, has removed 6.4 million litres of surplus gas oil at Derwent Power Station in Derby. The four month operation has released a substantial sum for the generator and required 200 tanker movements. The closely controlled operation was completed without a single spillage. Mark Andrews, Crown Oil’s general

That's Home and Household: npower urges homeowners to prepare for cold temper...

2011-12-04T03:33:00.000-08:00

That's Home and Household: npower urges homeowners to prepare for cold temper...: npower has revealed that it received an 80 per cent increase in call outs to homes with br...

Facing the challenges of labelling changes from phosphates in detergents ban

2011-11-29T22:47:00.000-08:00

Household laundry detergent manufacturers now have just over 12 months to remove phosphates from their products as the EU ban is due to come into effect on 1 January 2013. As well as all the work required for reformulation, there is also the task of updating all the packaging content. Brand owners will be required to react quickly to ensure the new products reach the market within the

Unilever PLC announced as Grand Prix Winner at 6th International Green Awards

2011-11-29T22:38:00.000-08:00

The 2011 International Green Awards™ in association with sponsor Celestial Green Ventures PLC are proud to announce Unilever PLC as the overall Grand Prix winner at this year’s glittering ‘green carpet’ awards ceremony held at the iconic Natural History Museum. Sponsored by Celestial Green Ventures PLC, Unilever PLC became the 6th Grand Prix winner after an extremely close contest

ABB gives its name to new educational facility aimed at teaching new ways to save energy

2011-11-28T22:57:00.000-08:00

ABB has given its support for a new facility built by City College Plymouth aimed at encouraging the uptake of energy efficient, sustainable technologies in industrial, commercial and residential projects in the UK. Named the ABB Energy Centre, the hi-tech facility is the centrepiece of a pioneering new initiative being led by the College to connect

That's Business: SME owners switched on to renewable energy but sim...

2011-11-28T22:53:00.000-08:00

That's Business: SME owners switched on to renewable energy but sim...: A poll of UK SMEs by business-to-business energy supplier, Opus Energy , points to the sector being...

As biodegradable nappies gain in popularity, so does home composting

2011-11-28T22:48:00.000-08:00

As we all strive to be eco-friendly and reduce our carbon footprint, many parents are turning to biodegradable nappies as part of that strategy and to reduce the burden on landfill – and as such home composting has also become a popular practice. Home composting can seem like a major step or a daunting prospect for busy people, but it’s

Professor Wangari Maathai honoured with the 2nd International Green Awards™ Lifetime Achievement Award

2011-11-27T23:34:00.000-08:00

LONDON 25th November 2011 – The 6th International Green Awards™, in association with Climate Change - The New Economy (CCTNE), is proud to announce the Kenyan visionary, Professor Wangari Maathai was posthumously awarded the inaugural ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ sponsored by First Eastern Investment Group for her lifelong commitment to environmental protection. The Nobel Peace Laureate;

Winner of Best Green International Celebrity Award – Gisele Bündchen

2011-11-27T23:30:00.000-08:00

After a phenomenal response to the public vote and the short listing of three accomplished and globally recognised nominees including Sir Paul McCartney and Miguel Bose, the International Green Awards™ announced supermodel Gisele Bündchen as the distinguished overall winner for the first ever Best International Green and Responsible Celebrity Award at the Natural History Museum, London.

International Business Game Changers announced at the 6th International Green Awards

2011-11-27T23:25:00.000-08:00

The 2011 International Green Awards™, in association with Climate Change - The New Economy (CCTNE), is proud to announce the winners of this year’s awards, including the overall Grand Prix Winner - Unilever PLC. This year’s 6th International Green Awards™ came to a climax last night with a magnificent, glittering, ‘green carpet’ event at the iconic Natural History Museum. BBC veteran, Phillippa

That's Books: The Man who Planted Trees

2011-11-26T07:54:00.000-08:00

That's Books: The Man who Planted Trees: The Man Who Planted Trees is a thoroughly charming book by Jean Giono. The book is charmingly illustrated by Vanessa Capela. Who was Jean ...

That's Education: Thomson and First Choice move closer to sustainabl...

2011-11-20T23:19:00.000-08:00

That's Education: Thomson and First Choice move closer to sustainabl...: Working with National Schools Partnership (NSP) to incorporate the innovative ‘Eco-travelle...

RWE npower renewables receives green light for green energy

2011-11-20T22:47:00.000-08:00

RWE npower renewables has been granted planning permission to build a twelve-turbine wind farm located between the villages of Bozeat, Harrold and Lavendon. Nun Wood Wind Farm was the subject of a thorough and rigorous public inquiry, held before a Government appointed Planning Inspector. The public inquiry, which concluded in October 2011,

That's Food and Drink: Redwood Food voted 'most ethical'

2011-11-15T23:19:00.000-08:00

That's Food and Drink: Redwood Food voted 'most ethical': The Redwood Wholefood Company is the most ethical vegetarian food firm in the UK, says The Good Shopping Guide. Every year, the consumer ...

61% say Energy-Saving is most popular reason for replacing windows & doors

2011-11-14T23:25:00.000-08:00

DGCOS (The Double Glazing and Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme) commissioned a survey by Opinium Research , which revealed that 61% of homeowners now consider reducing energy bills as the most popular reason for replacing windows and doors. This radical change constitutes a major shift in consumer priorities. Over the last 30 years homeowners have usually cited improving the comfort or look

That's Home and Household: npower launches insulation scheme to get homes war...

2011-11-13T22:46:00.000-08:00

That's Home and Household: npower launches insulation scheme to get homes war...: npower has launched a scheme to help homeowners warm up their home and reduce energy wasta...

That's Parenting: Nappy Bundles Make the Perfect Gift for New Parent...

2011-11-09T23:18:00.000-08:00

That's Parenting: Nappy Bundles Make the Perfect Gift for New Parent...: Choosing the right present for expectant parents can be a tricky task and can often result in du...

After several weeks of testing, That's Green looks at the JetStorm Eco Showerhead

2011-11-07T10:17:00.000-08:00

Ecocamel has introduced a new graphite trim for its revolutionary JetStorm showerhead, which cuts hot water bills by 40% while saving water, energy and carbon emissions. The new colour joins the popular metallic blue, which launched earlier this year and proves that eco can be sleek and stylish too, allowing customers greater aesthetic choice, to suit their existing bathroom colour scheme.

That's Gardening: Create Your Garden Vision at Tatton Park 2012

2011-11-04T02:56:00.000-07:00

That's Gardening: Create Your Garden Vision at Tatton Park 2012: The RHS is calling on garden designers, landscapers, artists and architects to create an exclusive Visionary Garden for RHS Flower Show Tatt...

That's Business: Not-So-Smart Meters: businesses face higher energy...

2011-11-01T00:50:00.000-07:00

That's Business: Not-So-Smart Meters: businesses face higher energy...: Businesses are being urged to exercise caution when being offered free smart meter upgrades for their gas and electricity supplies. The ...

That's Beauty and Living: Hope & Glory 2012 - the new collection of natural ...

2011-10-17T23:16:00.000-07:00

That's Beauty and Living: Hope & Glory 2012 - the new collection of natural ...: Heyland & Whittle , the British Soap and Herbal Merchants, have created a new line of products, apt...

Nominees for the International Green Awards™ 2011 announced

2011-10-12T23:43:00.001-07:00

The International Green Awards™, in association with Climate Change-The New Economy, is excited to declare shortlists across all 20 categories for 2011, representing a diverse spread of inspirational and ground-breaking organisations, individuals and ideas from across the world. Winners will be recognised on 24th November 2011 at a

That's Food and Drink: Antioxidant juice responds to consumer demands for...

2011-10-11T23:17:00.000-07:00

That's Food and Drink: Antioxidant juice responds to consumer demands for...: AOk Drinks targets the “I want it yesterday” generation with a Christmas/Winter survival guide! As we approach the traditional cold and fl...

Shortlist Announced for the Best Green International Celebrity Award

2011-10-09T07:19:00.000-07:00

After what is claimed was a phenomenal response to their online poll, the International Green Awards™ is pleased to announce the shortlist for the Best Green International Celebrity Award. Voting from the public has been overwhelming and it was very close between the nominated celebrities. However, three of these nominees

That's Technology: Greening Government ICT Strategy will deliver sign...

2011-09-27T22:51:00.000-07:00

That's Technology: Greening Government ICT Strategy will deliver sign...: Cloud computing, shared services and green technologies will be key public sector ICT investments up until 2015, according to Advanced Bus...

That's Books: Going Green The Essential Guide

2011-09-25T23:25:00.000-07:00

That's Books: Going Green The Essential Guide: Going Green, the Essential Guise is by Cora Lydon and published by Need 2 Know Books at £9.99. The book contains advice on how to reduce o...

Listed buildings require 'sympathetic' facilities

2011-09-22T22:19:00.000-07:00

Buildings are listed so that they can be cared for and protected and to ensure that their special features are not unwittingly altered or destroyed. Building regulations do not allow unsightly exterior pipe work as it is not in keeping with the original façade, and the alternative option of drilling through existing floors to fit internal soil stacks is restricted if it affects the

That's Home and Household: New study reveals confusing energy landscape for c...

2011-09-21T23:45:00.000-07:00

That's Home and Household: New study reveals confusing energy landscape for c...: Energy providers are falling short of consumer expectations and keeping them in the dark over th...

Saniflo receives Green Apple Environment Award

2011-09-18T22:57:00.000-07:00

Saniflo is developing products that will address the problems now seen to be crucial to a greener planet. The Sanicondens Best is a pump mounted adjacent to and connected to a condensing boiler. It is designed to avoid serious damage to the structure of buildings and the environment, by neutralising waste condensate before it reaches the ground. Acid waste is one of the highest causes of mortar

That's Home and Household: Top Hungarian Interior Design House, Lima Europe, ...

2011-09-08T23:37:00.000-07:00

That's Home and Household: Top Hungarian Interior Design House, Lima Europe, ...: Domestic and commercial interior designers , Zoltán Madosfalvi and Alíz Ördög, behind award winning design house, Lima Europe, are now bri...

UK Solar Energy Website Guarantees Low Prices With The Launch Of Its New Nationwide Installer Network

2011-09-07T23:46:00.000-07:00

Total Solar Energy, a top UK solar power information website, has just added a nationwide solar installation service to it's list of services. Visitors to their website can now receive no obligation quotes for solar energy from leading installation companies in their local region. Visitors fill in a short form which is automatically sent to 2 or 3 carefully selected local solar installers

That's Gardening: UK Top Tree Consultant Advises on 1,500 year old H...

2011-09-07T22:47:00.000-07:00

That's Gardening: UK Top Tree Consultant Advises on 1,500 year old H...: An irreplaceable 1,500 year old ancient olive tree is set to become the latest casualty of the ongo...

Radisson Blu hotel Krakow wins Leaders of Sustainable Development contest

2011-09-06T22:30:00.000-07:00

Radisson Blu hotel in Krakow has won the "Leaders of Sustainable Development" contest that was organized by Forbes Magazine in Poland. Fulfilling the criteria of eco-certification BS8901 has been revealed as one of the seven most important initiatives in Poland. Located in the heart of the city, the Radisson Blu hotel Krakow

Trade Skills 4U launches sister company 'Solar PV Tools.co.uk'

2011-09-05T23:07:00.000-07:00

Trade Skills 4U.co.uk, the UK's largest independent electrical & renewable energy training provider, have launched a brand new ecommerce website selling Solar PV Tools. The website, www.solarpvtools.co.uk, is designed to equip renewable energy installers with all the tools they would need to install, test and maintain solar PV

Carbon Zero Solutions launches

2011-09-05T22:55:00.000-07:00

Dr Martin Blake today announced the launch of Carbon Zero Solutions (CZS) Limited. CZS supports executives and their organisations by providing leadership in the inception, development and successful deployment of energy efficiency programmes that improve profitability and reduce environmental and social impact. “It’s a multiple win,” claims Dr Blake. “By investing, businesses stand to

That's Home and Household: Exclusive New Products Unveiled at UK Oak Doors

2011-09-04T23:37:00.000-07:00

That's Home and Household: Exclusive New Products Unveiled at UK Oak Doors: UK Oak Doors ( www.ukoakdoors.co.uk ) are delighted to announce a selection of brand new products that have been added to the existing portfolio... (ED: doors are cert PEFC)

Solarhybrid Builds the Largest Solar Power Plant in Europe

2011-09-03T04:53:00.000-07:00

solarhybrid AG has started work, as a general contractor, on the expansion of the solar power plant, FinowTower, at the former Eberswalde/Finowfurt military airport in the district of Schorfheide, north east of Berlin. The expansion adds 60.2 MW and increases the capacity of the power plant to a total of 84.5 MW. This will make it the largest solar power plant in Europe, extending over an area

6th INTERNATIONAL GREEN AWARDS™ extends entry deadline to Friday 16th September.

2011-09-01T23:17:00.000-07:00

The INTERNATIONAL GREEN AWARDS™, a global programme recognising inspiring, innovative and creative approaches to sustainability, is extending its deadline for entry to Friday, 16th September 2011. Judged by some of the world’s most influential sustainability experts and media luminaries, including Arianna Huffington, Baroness Barbara Young, David de Rothschild and Sir Crispin Tickell, the

Carbonica appoints Akiko Macdonald as Sales Director

2011-08-30T22:55:00.000-07:00

Carbonica is pleased to confirm the appointment of Mrs Akiko Macdonald as Sales Director at the company’s London office. She took up the role on 1 August 2011. Mrs Akiko Macdonald has a long sales career in the office electronic equipment industry where she has worked in B2B sales for major Japanese companies in the UK, such as Sharp and Panasonic. During her time in Sharp, she achieved a

That's Home and Household: Energy price increases: 10 tips to save £200 a yea...

2011-08-17T23:43:00.000-07:00

That's Home and Household: Energy price increases: 10 tips to save £200 a yea...: "Electricity prices are up by an inflation busting 16% in some cases. All the major utility companies are announcing rises. But, what can b..."

That's Technology: Brand-Rex to Host Future Speeds – Greener Needs Se...

2011-08-15T22:44:00.000-07:00

That's Technology: Brand-Rex to Host Future Speeds – Greener Needs Se...: "Brand-Rex the international structured cabling specialist and UK market leader, will be hosting a series of UK and international seminars c..."

The 6th INTERNATIONAL GREEN AWARDS™ is calling for entries to find the globes true unsung sustainability heroes

2011-08-10T23:30:00.000-07:00

The INTERNATIONAL GREEN AWARDS™, a global programme that recognises innovative and creative approaches to sustainability, is now searching the globe for true sustainability heroes. It’s being judged by some of the world’s most influential sustainability experts and media luminaries internationally including the former presidential candidate for Brazil, Marina Silva, Arianna Huffington,

Vote for the world’s greenest star?

2011-08-09T23:11:00.000-07:00

Voting is open for the INTERNATIONAL GREEN AWARDS™ inaugural Best Green International Celebrity Award. Nominees include the global 'eco-glitterati' like Sir Paul McCartney, Leonardo Dicaprio, Cameron Diaz, Helena Christensen, Sting, Gael Garcia Bernal, Angelique Kidjo, Rahul Bose, Don

That's Technology: Spar wholesaler cuts engineer call-out costs by 80...

2011-08-08T22:27:00.000-07:00

That's Technology: Spar wholesaler cuts engineer call-out costs by 80...: "Retailer sees immediate return on investment across petrol forecourt sites Major Spar wholesaler, James Hall & Co., has reduced engineer c..."

Delivery Parcel Service ParcelsPlease welcomes fact that more firms are becoming greener

2011-08-06T07:52:00.000-07:00

Environmentally aware firm ParcelsPlease, a UK-wide parcel delivery service for UK, Europe and Worldwide parcels (the B2C trading division of Consolidated Carriers Ltd), were one of the first UK logistics companies to be awarded a carbon neutral footprint, achieving ISO 14001 approval. ParcelsPlease have praised many companies that are now following suit, and are very excited about other

G24 Innovations leads the way with positive green actions

2011-08-03T23:01:00.001-07:00

Solar pioneer G24 Innovations (G24i) has celebrated the official opening of a 120 metre tall, 2.3 MW wind turbine at its Cardiff manufacturing facility, marking the realisation of a dream to produce renewable energy products using only renewable energy. Unveiled by the Rt. Hon. Oliver Letwin MP, Minister of State at the Cabinet Office, the Ecotricity-owned turbine will produce enough

Unique ‘Mu By Peugeot’ Hire Scheme Extends Availability At Bridgestone Eco-Rally

2011-08-03T22:35:00.001-07:00

The pioneering ‘Mu by Peugeot’ hire scheme that includes renting bicycles, scooters, cars, Coupé Cabriolets, Sports Coupés, Crossovers, MPVs and vans, is now moving from pilot status to a progressively wider audience at more Peugeot Dealerships in the UK. The cascade also includes the latest electric bicycles and iOn cars from the extensive Peugeot portfolio – which means it's now possible to

The ball that makes its own power

2011-08-02T23:33:00.001-07:00

A new website and brand personality delivered by Gasp prepares the innovative energy product for launch this summer. Gasp, the Berkshire-based creative marketing agency, has been appointed as an official partner of Uncharted Play to boost brand awareness of its innovative sOccket product; a soccer ball that captures the energy during game play to be used later to charge LEDs and batteries. Ready

Duttons brands electric vehicle charge points for Ecotricity

2011-08-02T23:27:00.000-07:00

Ecotricity, by reputation Britain’s greenest electricity supplier, are rolling out the world’s first motorway network of electric vehicle charging points through Welcome Break motorway services, with graphics by Duttons Design. Duttons has been working with Ecotricity for the past 2 years and designed the charging posts and top-up zones to gain maximum stand out in car parks and brand

Made to go green?

2011-08-01T22:36:00.001-07:00

Organisations will have to be forced to become greener. So says Version One’s survey of 110 senior finance professionals A survey by document management software company, Version One, highlights that financial professionals believe financial incentives and new environmental legislation are key to persuading organisations to reduce their negative environmental impact. Version One carried out the

That's Home and Household: New energy saving device will help UK homeowners b...

2011-07-27T23:40:00.000-07:00

That's Home and Household: New energy saving device will help UK homeowners b...: "Money sensible and energy efficient homeowners will welcome the launch this Autumn of the Oxyvent Tank. It's said to be small enough to fit ..."

Peugeot getting greener

2011-07-19T22:21:00.000-07:00

The new Peugeot 508 RXH: diesel-electric and distinctive high end appeal combine to offer an original view of the world of all road vehicles and enhanced driving pleasure. The 508 RXH demonstrates a modern and enhanced vision for Peugeot. The style of the 508 RXH and its innovative HYbrid4 drive unit provide features that allow it to combine freedom and driving pleasure in a form never seen

That's Holiday: SENTIDO shows its commitment to the environment

2011-07-19T21:57:00.000-07:00

That's Holiday: SENTIDO shows its commitment to the environment: "SENTIDO Hotels & Resorts are, they can confidently say, getting greener, with a new sustainability programme having been launched for the h..."

Tragedy for National Trust MyFarm's Shire Horse foaling

2011-07-17T23:44:00.000-07:00

The National Trust's MyFarm team at Wimpole Home Farm in Cambridgeshire had been eagerly awaiting the foaling of Queenie, the only Shire Horse mare at Wimpole for weeks now. As over 800 people or groups of people saw, Queenie went into her much anticipated labour. At 11.45pm she gave birth to a beautiful filly foal. Although she had a perceptible heartbeat when she was born she was not

That's Gardening: London College of Garden Design celebrates Garden ...

2011-07-17T22:04:00.000-07:00

That's Gardening: London College of Garden Design celebrates Garden ...: "The London College of Garden Design celebrated student success this week when the Garden Design Diploma class of 2011 graduated. At the same..."

That's Gardening: Fiskars at Glee 2011

2011-07-14T23:53:00.000-07:00

That's Gardening: Fiskars at Glee 2011: "Fiskars will be showcasing the star of the first TV ad campaign for a garden hand tools company - the Fiskars Weed Puller. With double expec..."

That's Food and Drink: Pure, natural beer indulgence with Daas

2011-07-14T23:44:00.000-07:00

That's Food and Drink: Pure, natural beer indulgence with Daas: "Daas is a new range of premium, organic & handmade craft beers, lovingly & traditionally brewed in Belgium and strictly follow the same brew..."

That's Home and Household: Cheaper Power to the People? UK Consumers Fight ba...

2011-07-12T22:59:00.000-07:00

That's Home and Household: Cheaper Power to the People? UK Consumers Fight ba...: "Hot on the heels of the news Ofgem, the energy watchdog, is to investigate the “Big Six” energy companies over possible “cartel behaviour” i..."

That's Business: The Eco Boiler Range from Angel Springs

2011-07-11T22:46:00.000-07:00

That's Business: The Eco Boiler Range from Angel Springs: "The Eco Boiler range by Angel Springs, provides not only huge cost savings, but is also a convenient product which can save in time and effi..."

That's Parenting: John Lewis announces new arrival - “Pure Beginning...

2011-07-11T22:24:00.000-07:00

That's Parenting: John Lewis announces new arrival - “Pure Beginning...: "Britain’s top department store, John Lewis, has announced a new addition to its baby care range with the launch of one of South Africa’s mos..."

2011 Future Friendly Awards recognise and reward local sustainability stars

2011-07-03T22:48:00.001-07:00

Water shortage has been a real issue for farmers across the country in recent months. But did you know that, if -for example- everyone in the UK cut two minutes off their shower time whenever they shower, in one day we could save enough water to fill 373 Olympic sized swimming pools? Across the country there are thousands of people who are doing their bit to help the environment. To recognise

Biggest privately-owned solar PV panel installation in the south west powers UK’s first electrically-sufficient grain store

2011-06-30T23:25:00.001-07:00

A new photovoltaic solar panel electricity generation scheme for farmer and grain store operator Colin Godwin at Keysley Farm, Monkton Deverill, is now the largest privately-owned installation in south-west England. It has also resulted in Keysley’s commercial grain store becoming the first in the UK to become electrically-sufficient in energy. Although situated in Cranborne Chase Area of

More and better protection of our urban green space is called for

2011-06-30T22:13:00.001-07:00

London-based garden designer Andrew Fisher Tomlin has today called for councils and local authorities to create more sustainable green infrastructure strategies. In an article for Time & Leisure, Fisher Tomlin said “With all the development that is taking place in London in preparation for the Olympics it’s a disgrace our local planners are not following the inspirational lead of the Olympic Park

Noted Powys restaurant and hotel earns green award

2011-06-23T22:21:00.001-07:00

Britain’s smallest town and popular tourist destination for UK family holidays, Llanwrtyd Wells, famous for its bog snorkelling and man versus horse race, is back in the headlines. And it is thanks to a local country house. Lasswade Country House and Restaurant at Llanwrtyd Wells, is owned and run by Roger and Emma Stevens, and they triumphed at the prestigious annual Considerate Hoteliers

That's Business: Environmental Scientifics Group launches innovativ...

2011-06-22T22:58:00.000-07:00

That's Business: Environmental Scientifics Group launches innovativ...: "Environmental Scientifics Group launches innovative online support for Environmental Health & Safety Compliance. Environmental Scientifics..."